CTS is a $550 million corporation that employs 3,500+ dedicated people. CTS designs and manufactures electronic components, actuators, and sensors to OEMs in the automotive, communications, medical, defense and aerospace, industrial, and computer markets. The company manufactures products in North America, Europe, and Asia.  Founded in 1896 as Chicago Telephone Supply, CTS is headquartered in Lisle, IL.

Job/Position Summary

The Engineering Technician, under the direction of the Manufacturing Engineer, will serve as the manufacturing support in the ceramics shaping area.  The qualified candidate will have experience in mechanical shaping equipment such grinders, lapping equipment and CNC machines. This position requires good organization and writing and interpersonal skills, the ability to train and interact with machine operators, area engineers and management on a regular basis.

The Engineering Technician will be able to set up characterization equipment, analyze and trouble shoot data, and give further instructions, both verbal and written.

Major Areas of Responsibility

• Follow all safety, quality procedures, work instructions, and maintain housekeeping in the work area.

• Support the shaping area by precisely documenting methods in the quality document system and creating tool crib items.
• Perform "first piece" inspections using standard measuring instruments to ensure part conformance to drawing requirements and make necessary adjustments to maintain conformance throughout the run.
• Set-up various machining equipment (Chevalier, Wiresaw, lappers, centerless, 3-Axis CNC)
• Collect, input, report data in a rapid, efficient, and quality manner, identify issues and bring to management.

• Clearly, give work instructions both verbal and written including submitting written work instructions to document control database.
• Other related duties as directed by management.

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent is required. Technical degree is a plus.
• Experience with process documentation is required.
• Experience with Chevalier, wire saw, centerless and other machining equipment is required.
• Experience with vertical mill (Haas, Okuma brand) is a plus but not required.
• Ability to use CAD software or 3D printing is a plus
• Reading, writing, and communicating in English.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to understand and interpret geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Knowledge of metrology tools such as micrometers, calipers, CMM, Vision measurement systems etc.
• Ability to analyze data results and troubleshoot issues and root cause.
• Excellent computer skills to include email, excel spreadsheet and word processing.
• Demonstrated ability to manage own workload.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Excellent interpersonal and technical communications skills and able to work independently and in team environment.
• Knowledge of statistical process control SPC tools a plus

Physical/Working Requirements

• Some physical requirements include walking, lifting less than 25 lbs, and pushing carts with samples with extended periods of standing combined with sitting and walking.
• Must be able to go up and down steps.
• Required to lift product and tooling in to position in machinery and requires manual dexterity.
• Required to use measuring or other analytical tools requiring good near vision.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Exposure to moderate noise levels and use of chemicals.

United States EEO Statement

CTS Corporation is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer who complies with all applicable federal, state and local employment laws. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at CTS Corporation will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. It has been and shall continue to be both the official policy and the commitment of CTS Corporation to further equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of, among other characteristics, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristics protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.

We fully comply with all applicable Department of Labor and EEOC rules, regulations, guidelines, and orders including but not limited to Executive Order 11246 and 41 C.F.R. §§ 60-1.4, 60-250.5(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). The parties hereby incorporate the requirements of 41 C.F.R. §§ 60-1.4(a)(7), 29 C.F.R. Part 471, Appendix A to Subpart A, 41 C.F.R. § 60-300.5(a) and 41 C.F.R. § 60-741.5(a), if applicable. Except where prohibited by law, all offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a background check and drug screening.

ADA accommodation statement: If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, call Human Resources at 630.577.8811. All other applications must be submitted online.

United States Additional Considerations

It is unlawful in all states where the Company operates, including Massachusetts, to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates applicable laws may be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. The Company does not require a lie detector test as a condition of employment nor continued employment. 

Applicants must have valid work authorization that does not now and/or will not in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the United States.

No agencies, please. We do not accept any unsolicited resumes and are not looking to engage an agency. We receive inquiries from agencies daily. Do not direct any inquiries or emails to hiring managers. It is not our standard practice to utilize agencies; we are a federal contractor and need to comply with the same process for all.

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